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Medical Assistant I
Nurse Manager
5
Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Category I
Under general supervision provides direct patient care and related support
services.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Obtains patient medical history, vital signs, prepares patient charts and dismisses patient following
provider’s plan, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and accreditation agencies. Weight:
20%
2. Assists with non-invasive, direct patient care procedures, such as: EKGs, vision and/or hearing
screenings, waive testing, and assists with medical examinations as specifically directed by
professional staff. Weight: 15%
3. Administers injections properly according to CDC and OSHA guidelines as well as internal policies
and procedures. Weight: 15%
4. Ensures that the provider flow is maintained appropriately. Weight: 10%
5. Maintains stock of all required medical supplies in exam rooms. Weight: 10%
6. Provides excellent internal/external customer service via telephone, fax or face-to-face contact to
assist patients with their health care needs. Weight: 10%
7. Practices appropriate safety, environmental, and infection control procedures. Weight: 10%
8. Ability to float / assist in all specialty areas. Weight: 10%
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a Medical Assistant Certificate from an accredited
school of medical assistants or equivalent years work experience based on 2:1 ratio (2 years
experience equals 1 year education)
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
1-3 years experience in a primary health care setting preferred
Must be knowledgeable of personal computers to include internet/intranet navigations
Certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
Finger Dexterity:
Using fingers to make small movements such as typing or administering
injections.
Talking:
Frequently conveying detailed or important instructions or ideas
accurately, clearly, or quickly.
Hearing:
Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary
information.
Repetitive Motions:
Frequently and regularly using the wrists, hands, and fingers.
Visual:
Average, ordinary, visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect
documents or other materials/injections.
Physical:
Standing most of the time. May have to lift medical records, folders, files,
papers, audiometer, and other such items weighing up to approximately
25 lbs.
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NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to
serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required. Additionally, this job description is not
intended as an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and CommuniCare continues to maintain its status as an at-will
employer.